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Rat Reunion to Celebrate 50 Years of Boston Punk in Medfield
The Rat Reunion is celebrating legendary Boston punk venue The Rathskeller at one of the area’s up-and-coming newer venues. Bellforge Arts Center in Medfield is that venue. If you’re not wise to Bellforge, it’s one of Massachusetts’ newest music, arts, and culture spaces. And it’s history is just as compelling as the events they’ve been playing host in recent years.
Vineyard Artist Featured in New State House Showcase
Oak Bluffs artist Andrew Moore didn’t believe it when he was asked to send art to an exhibit in Gov. Maura Healey’s office. ”I got an email from the governor’s office, which I thought was spam, saying the governor’s office would like to you bring some paintings for a show representing the Cape and Islands,” Mr. Moore said Friday.
LAHS Local Artist Show runs through Oct. 7
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Londonderry Art and Historical Society’s annual local artist show is on display through Oct. 7. From watercolor to oil, prints to pastels, landscapes to line drawings, this exhibit showcases the talents of our area artists. All work is framed and available for purchase with 20% of the proceeds benefitting the Londonderry Arts and Historical Society. Support local artists, expand your collection of iconic Vermont scenes, or simply come enjoy the creativity this area inspires.
John O'Keefe's brother files wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Read, 2 Canton bars
The brother of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against. and two bars in Canton, Massachusetts, that were among the last places O'Keefe was seen alive. The civil suit was filed Friday in Plymouth Superior Court by Paul O'Keefe on behalf of his family and...
Stormy and steamy start to the week
Happy Monday! We have a round of dense fog in the forecast this morning along with partly cloudy skies and some passing, spotty showers. Otherwise, it’s mild and muggy with temps in the 50s to low 60s. As heat and humidity continue to build today, there’s a chance for a few strong to severe storms this afternoon. In fact, it’s a marginal risk for those severe storms today.
Cambridge elementary principal to keep job after external investigation
An external investigation launched by the district found that allegations of a toxic workplace were "unsubstantiated," the district announced. An external investigation into a Cambridge Public Schools principal accused of fostering a toxic workplace found the allegations were “not substantiated,” the district said Monday. The conclusion of the...
Sand, gravel mining in southeastern MA draws activists. Report points to cranberry growers
BOSTON − Activists seeking a moratorium on sand and gravel mining operations in southeastern Massachusetts delivered a petition to Beacon Hill leaders Tuesday demanding action from Gov. Maura Healey and state environmental protection officials. The Community Land and Water Coalition, in Plymouth, which says its mission is to protect...
Massachusetts State Trooper Charged with Assault in Fitchburg, Put on Leave and Certification Suspended
In a recent development, a Massachusetts State Police trooper has been arrested and relieved of duty following charges stemming from a domestic violence incident. Trooper Dylan Knox, 31, is facing serious allegations including assault with a dangerous weapon, strangulation and witness intimidation. These events took place in Fitchburg, as reported by Boston 25 News.
Local Teacher Training to be a Leader in Education Policy
Submitted via The Bedford Citizen Community Submissions. Bedford resident and Haverhill High School English teacher Anna Sabella will spend the coming year developing her skills as an education leader by participating in the Massachusetts Education Policy Fellowship (MEPF), run by the Rennie Center for Education Research & Policy. This program...
‘This Old House’ star from Mass. dies at 70
Roger Cook, a longtime landscape contractor on the popular PBS home renovation show “This Old House,” died Wednesday, Aug. 21 after a long battle with an illness, according to a post on the show’s website. He was 70 years old. Starting with the show in 1982, Cook’s...
DA: Driver in deadly crash during Kenny Chesney concert said he "messed up"
WRENTHAM – Michael Escolas, the man accused of stealing a Jeep during Kenny Chesney's concert Saturday night at Gillette Stadium then killing a 10-year-old boy in a crash nearby, allegedly told his wife he had "one too many" and "messed up."Escolas is facing charges that include motor vehicle manslaughter while operating under the influence.The Oxford man was arraigned on Monday in Wrentham District Court. He was ordered held on $100,000 cash bail with conditions that he not drive, stay away from the victims in the case, and not drink alcohol.Outside of court, family members held up a photo of the...
Facing natural disasters, some lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
Traveling to die: the latest form of medical tourism
In the 18 months after Francine Milano was diagnosed with a recurrence of the ovarian cancer she thought she’d beaten 20 years ago, she traveled twice from her home in Pennsylvania to Vermont. She went not to ski, hike, or leaf-peep, but to arrange to die. “I really wanted to take control over how I […]
Dessart Named Associate Head Coach for Women’s Hockey
BURLINGTON, Vt. - Vermont women's hockey head coach Jim Plumer announced that Kevin Dessart has joined his staff as Associate Head Coach on Monday afternoon. Dessart joins the Catamounts after two seasons as the Head Coach at Lawrence University (DIII). "We are really excited to welcome Kevin to our UVM...
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